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A Quorum of the Common Council, Administration Committee, Personnel Committee, Plan
Commission, Redevelopment Authority, and other City bodies may attend this meeting, though
no official action of these bodies will be taken.
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MEETING AGENDA
Monday, June 1, 2026 at 6:45 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
or immediately following the Administration Committee meeting
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Public Comments on Any Matter Listed on the Agenda
(5 minute time limit for each person)
D. Minutes to Approve
1. Board of Public Works, 5/18/26
E. Discussion / Action Items
1. Payment — McMahon Engineers Architects; Contract No. M0002-09-00105;
2026 Utility Reconstruction; $167,092.08 (Payment No. 1)
2. Recommend to Award — Contract Unit No. 2026-04; Midway Place
Rehabilitation; Northeast Asphalt, Inc., $117,852.65.
3. Nicolet Boulevard Intersection Control Evaluation Intermunicipal Agreement
4. Nicolet Boulevard Intersection Control Evaluation Professional Services
Agreement
5. Public Works Department General Activity
F. Adjournment
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in
advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MINUTES
Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:45 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chair Marshall at 8:10pm.
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade, School
Absent: Ald. Eisenach
Also Present: DPW Merten, CDD Dane, PRD Sackett, PHD Hutter, DPC Hanchek,
CA Struve, Mayor Hammond, DC Janet
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER LISTED ON THE AGENDA
D. MINUTES TO APPROVE
1. Board of Public Works, 4/21/26
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School seconded by District 7 Alderperson
Grade to approve. Motion carried on voice vote.
2. Special Board of Public Works, 5/4/26
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School seconded by District 7 Alderperson
Grade to approve. Motion carried on voice vote.
E. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
1. Recommend to Award — Contract Unit No. 2026-05; Asphaltic Concrete
Pavement Crack Sealing Various City Streets; Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC;
$44,321.00
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School, seconded by District 3 Alderperson
Hale to approve.
Motion carried 7-0 on roll call.
2. Recommend to Award — Contract Unit No. 2026-06; Asphaltic Concrete
Pavement Chip Sealing Various City Streets; Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC;
$55,716.00
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School, seconded by District 3 Alderperson
Hale to approve.
Motion carried 7-0 on roll call.
3. Payment — Northeast Asphalt, Inc; Contract No. 2025-03; Jefferson Park Boat
Launch; $129,383.71 (Payment No. 7)
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School, seconded by District 7 Alderperson
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Grade to approve.
Motion carried 7-0 on roll call.
F. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School seconded by District 5 Alderperson Lewis
to adjourn the Board of Public Works meeting at 8:16pm. Motion carried on voice
vote.
Minutes submitted by Deputy City Clerk Evan Janet.
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City of Menasha | Department of Public Works
MEMORANDUM
DATE May 27, 2026
TO Board of Public Works
FROM James Merten, Director of Public Works
Corey Gordon, Deputy Director of Engineering
RE Recommend to Award — Contract Unit No. 2026 -04
The City of Menasha publicly opened bids on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, for Contract Unit
No. 2026-04. Two bids were received as indicated on the enclosed bid tabulation.
This project consist s of resurfacing asphalt pavement on Midway Place (Midway Rd to
Terminus).
Recommendation
Motion to recommend awarding Contract Unit No. 2026-04, Midway Place Rehabilitation to
Northeast Asphalt, LLC ; $117,852.65
100 Main Street, Suite 200 | Menasha, Wisconsin 54952-3151
Phone (920) 967-3610 | Fax (920) 967-5272 | menashawi.gov
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Item Quantity Description
Base Bid Unit Price Item Total Unit Price Item Total
1 4,357 Pavement/Base Pulverizing $ 0.70 $ 3,049.90 $ 0.75 $ 3,267.75
2 371 Unclasified Excavation $ 27.00 $ 10,017.00 $ 83.80 $ 31,089.80
3 4,467 Fine Grading and Compaction $ 2.40 $ 10,720.80 $ 4.30 $ 19,208.10
4 10 Utility Adjustment $ 735.00 $ 7,350.00 $ 700.00 $ 7,000.00
5 2 Water Value Adjustment $ 110.00 $ 220.00 $ 250.00 $ 500.00
6 157 Sawcut (Asphalt Only) $ 2.25 $ 353.25 $ 2.80 $ 439.60
7 578 Asphalt Binder Course Pavement 2 1/4" Thick $ 74.10 $ 42,829.80 $ 105.00 $ 60,690.00
8 449 Asphalt Surface Course Opavement 1 3/4" Thick $ 83.10 $ 37,311.90 $ 118.00 $ 52,982.00
9 1 Erosion Control $ 500.00 $ 500.00 $ 2,100.00 $ 2,100.00
10 1 Traffic Control $2,000.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 4,000.00
11 1
Construction Mobile/Demobile; Project Coordination; All Incidental
Utility and Misc. Roadway Work; and All Other Project Work Area
Restoration and Clean-Up to an Equal and/or Better Preconstruction
Condition as Required and Related to the Overall Projec
$3,500.00 $ 3,500.00 $13,600.00 $ 13,600.00
$ 117,852.65 $ 194,877.25 Total Base Bid Unit 2026-04 Midway Place Rehabilitation (Items 1 - 11)
MCC
Itemized Bid Tabulation
City of Menasha Contract Unit No. 2026-04
Midway Place Rehabilitation
Northeast Asphalt, Inc
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100 Main Street, Suite 200 | Menasha, Wisconsin 54952-3151
Phone (920) 967-3610 | Fax (920) 967-5272 | menashawi.gov
City of Menasha | Department of Public Works
MEMORANDUM
DATE May 26, 2026
TO Board of Public Works
FROM James Merten, Director of Public Works
RE Nicolet Boulevard Intersection Control Evaluation Intermunicipal Agreement
The adopted Capital Improvement Plan includes design services in 2026 for the
reconstruction of Nicolet Boulevard between Washington Street and Ahnaip Street (currently
scheduled for 2028). This project is a joint effort with the City of Neenah that includes
evaluating alternative intersection treatments at both Washington Street and Ahnaip Street.
In 2025, Neenah completed a roundabout feasibility study that provided a high-level
assessment of converting the existing signalized intersections at those locations to
roundabouts. As the study results were well received by both communities and because
Washington Street is classified as a state connecting highway (WIS 114), state guidelines
require a formal Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) for the corridor.
Staff from both communities have agreed that Menasha will lead the ICE. Attached for your
consideration is a proposed intermunicipal agreement with Neenah to complete this
evaluation. Consistent with the previous intermunicipal agreement for the roundabout
feasibility study, each community will share the cost of the ICE on a 50/50 basis and Neenah
will pay Menasha an administrative fee equal to 10% of Neenah’s cost share to compensate
Menasha for its services in preparing and managing the required project documentation.
Staff recommendation: Approve the intermunicipal agreement with the City of Neenah to
conduct the Intersection Control Evaluation for the Nicolet Boulevard project at the
Washington Street and Ahnaip Street intersections.
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NICOLET BOULEVARD – COMMERCIAL STREET
INTERSECTION CONTROL EVALUATION
INTERMUNICIPAL AGREEMENT
CITY OF NEENAH - CITY OF MENASHA
THIS AGREEMENT is entered into under Wis. Stat., § 66.0301(2) & (7) between the City of
Neenah, a Wisconsin Municipal Corporation, located in Winnebago County, State Wisconsin
(hereafter “Neenah)”; and the City of Menasha, a Wisconsin Municipal Corporation, located in
Winnebago County, State of Wisconsin (hereafter “Menasha)” (collectively, the “Parties”).
Recitals
WHEREAS, Neenah and Menasha hereby agree to evaluate the intersections of Nicolet
Boulevard/Commercial Street/Washington Street/First Street/Sanford Street and Nicolet
Boulevard/Ahnaip Street/Third Street, which are partially located in both cities, by conducting
Intersection Control Evaluations (Studies); and
WHEREAS, the intersections lie on the border of Menasha and Neenah; and
WHEREAS, a change in traffic control at the intersections impact both cities; and
WHEREAS, Neenah and Menasha had previously conducted roundabout feasibility analyses at
the intersections, which concluded that it would be possible to construct a roundabout at each
intersection; and
WHEREAS, it is in the Parties’ interest to contract with MSA Professional Services, Inc., the
consultant who conducted the feasibility study, given their familiarity with the project and the
overlapping nature of the work with the Studies; and
WHEREAS, Neenah and Menasha have negotiated an arrangement whereby Menasha will be
the lead jurisdiction for the Studies, and the Parties will share in their costs as set forth below.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above recitals, which are contractual, the
exchange of mutual promises given, one city to the other, and for other good and valuable
consideration the receipt of which is acknowledged, the Parties hereby agree as follows:
1. Menasha shall be solely responsible for negotiating and entering into a contract with MSA
Professional Services, Inc. for the Studies. The Parties shall share the costs of such contract and
related activities as set forth in Paragraph 4 below.
2. While both Parties will be ultimately responsible for paying the Studies’ costs as set forth below,
Menasha shall be initially responsible to pay the consultant performing the Studies. Upon receipt
of the completed Studies’ reports (or as otherwise provided in the prospective contract therefor)
Menasha shall invoice Neenah for its proportionate (50%) share of the costs. The invoices shall
only require payment for that portion of the Work then in place at the time the invoice is submitted.
Neenah shall pay, as and for reimbursement, Menasha’s invoices within 30 days of their respective
receipt.
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3. The Parties agree to share all costs in the following manner:
a. Each City will pay for half (50%) of the cost of the Study.
b. Menasha shall review and recommend action on contract amendments related to the Study in
consultation with Neenah. The decision of Menasha regarding such amendments shall be final.
Menasha shall notify Neenah of said actions.
c. The Parties agree that the final invoice submitted to Neenah shall include an administrative
charge equal to 10% of Neenah’s total cost share.
4. To the fullest extent permitted by law, each party shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the
other party, and their respective elected officials, officers, employees, insurers and agents from and
against all claims, damages, losses, and expenses, including but not limited to reasonable attorneys'
fees, and statutory court costs (together "Claim") arising out of or resulting from or in connection
with the performance of the Work, provided that either party's obligation under this section applies
only to the extent of its negligence or intentional acts. Such obligation shall not be construed to
negate, abridge, or otherwise reduce any other right or obligation of indemnity or contribution that
would otherwise exist and pertain.
5. Prior to its beginning the Work, Menasha shall require evidence acceptable to it necessary proof
that the provider of the Studies has secured and will maintain adequate insurance coverage as
follows:
• Worker's Compensation: Statutory Limits
• Employer's Liability:
Bodily Injury By Accident $500,000 Each Accident
Bodily Injury By Disease $500,000 Policy Limit
Bodily Injury By Disease $500,000 Each Employee
• Comprehensive Auto Liability Each Occurrence $500,000
Comprehensive Auto Liability insurance required under this paragraph shall be written
on an "any auto" or Symbol 1 basis.
• Umbrella Coverage $2,000,000
• Commercial General Liability
Each Occurrence Limit $1,000,000
Personal/Advertising Injury Limit $1,000,000
Products/Completed Operations Aggregate Limit $2,000,000
Per Project General Aggregate Limit $2,000,000
All insurance coverages shall be on a primary and non-contributing basis. In addition, a certificate
of insurance shall be issued and provided to Menasha naming it and Neenah as additional insureds
on the consultant’s policy.
6. This Agreement represents the entire integrated agreement between the Parties. This Agreement
may only be amended by the written agreement of both Parties.
7. Notices under this agreement shall be sent to the following addresses:
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If to the City of Neenah:
If to the City of Menasha:
City Clerk
City of Neenah
211 Walnut Street
Neenah, WI 54956
City Clerk
City of Menasha
100 Main Street, Suite 200
Menasha, WI 54952
Dated this _______ of ______________, 2026.
CITY OF NEENAH CITY OF MENASHA
By:_________________________________ By: _____________________________
Brian D. Borchardt, Mayor Austin R. Hammond, Mayor
Attest:______________________________ Attest: ___________________________
Charlotte K. Nagel, City Clerk Kaija Snyder, City Clerk
I hereby certify that the necessary funds have been provided to pay for the liability incurred by the City
of Neenah on the within contract.
By: ___________________________________
Director of Finance
Approved as to form:
__________________________________
David C. Rashid, Neenah City Attorney
Approved as to form:
___________________________________
Margaret J. Struve, Menasha City Attorney
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100 Main Street, Suite 200 | Menasha, Wisconsin 54952-3151
Phone (920) 967-3610 | Fax (920) 967-5272 | menashawi.gov
City of Menasha | Department of Public Works
MEMORANDUM
DATE May 26, 2026
TO Board of Public Works
FROM James Merten, Director of Public Works
RE Nicolet Boulevard Intersection Control Evaluation Professional Services Agreement
Last year, the Cities of Neenah and Menasha entered into an intermunicipal agreement to
complete a roundabout feasibility study for the Nicolet Boulevard reconstruction project,
currently scheduled for 2028. Neenah contracted with MSA Professional Services, Inc. to
perform that study.
The next step in the project is to complete a formal Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) for
the corridor. If approved, this evaluation will be led by Menasha. Approval of the associated
intermunicipal agreement between the two communities for the ICE is currently pending
before both communities’ committees and Common Councils.
Given the significant overlap in scope between the feasibility study and the ICE, along with
MSA’s detailed knowledge of the project, staff recommends MSA to conduct the evaluation,
building off of the work they’ve already completed. Attached is a proposed professional
services agreement with MSA to conduct the ICE for an estimated amount of $11,690.
Funding is available in the 2026 budget, which would be sourced from the $50,000
designated for design services related to this project.
Staff Recommendation: Approve the professional services agreement with MSA
Professional Services, Inc. to conduct the Intersection Control Evaluation for the Nicolet
Boulevard project at Washington Street and at Ahnaip Street, contingent upon execution of
the intermunicipal agreement between the Cities of Neenah and Menasha.
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SUCCESSOR CONTRACT TO ORIGINAL AGREEMENT
WITH CITY OF NEENAH, DATED 5/28/2025
MSA Project Number: 07684017
This AGREEMENT (Agreement) is made effective 6/15/2026 by and between
MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC (MSA)
Address: 1702 Pankratz Street, Madison, WI 53704
Phone: (608) 242-7779
Representative: Brian Huibregtse, PE PTOE Email: bhuibregtse@msa-ps.com
CITY OF MENASHA (OWNER)
Address: 100 Main Street, Suite 200, Menasha, WI 54952
Phone: (920) 967-3611
Representative: James Merten, P.E.. Email: jmerten@menashawi.gov
Project Name: Nicolet Boulevard - ICE Reports – Successor Contract
The project scope has changed due to: Request to complete Phase 1 and Phase 2 ICE Reports for two locations on Nicolet Blvd.
The scope of the work authorized is: See Attachment A: Scope of Services
The schedule to perform the work is: Approximate Start Date: 6/15/2026
Approximate Completion Date: 8/15/2026
The estimated fee for the work is: $11,690
All services shall be performed in accordance with the General Terms and Conditions of MSA,
which is attached and made part of this Agreement. Any attachments or exhibits referenced in
this Agreement are made part of this Agreement. Payment for these services will be on a time
and expense basis. Attachment B: Rate Schedule (2025) is attached and made part of this
Agreement.
Approval: Authorization to proceed is acknowledged by signatures of the parties to this
Agreement.
CITY OF MENASHA MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC.
James Merten, P.E. Brian Huibregtse, PE PTOE
Director of Public Works Senior Team Leader
Date: Date: 5/20/2026
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MSA PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC. (MSA)
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICES (PUBLIC) (rev 01/26)
1. Scope and Fee. The scope of Owner’s Project (the “Project”), scope of MSA’s services (the “Work”), for
those services are defined in Attachment A. The scope and fee constitute a good faith estimate of the tasks and
associated fees required to perform the services defined in Attachment A. This agreement upon execution by
both parties hereto, can be amended only by written instrument signed by both parties. For those projects
involving conceptual or process development service or involve renovation of an existing building or structure,
activities often cannot be fully defined during initial planning. As the Project progresses, facts uncovered may
reveal a change in direction which may alter the Work. MSA will promptly inform the OWNER in writing of such
situations so that changes in this agreement can be made as required.
2. Owner’s Responsibilities.
(a) Project Scope and Budget
The OWNER shall define the scope and budget of the Project and, when applicable, periodically update the
Project budget, including that portion allocated for the cost of the Work. The Project budget shall include
contingencies for design, development, and, when required by the scope of the Project, construction of the
Project. The OWNER shall not significantly increase or decrease the overall Project scope or schedule, the
portion of the budget allocated for the cost of the Work, or contingencies included in the overall budget or a
portion of the budget, without the agreement of MSA to a corresponding change in the Project scope, quality,
schedule, and compensation of MSA.
(b) Designated Owner Representative
The OWNER shall identify a Designated Representative who shall be authorized to act on behalf of the OWNER
with respect to the Project. OWNER’s Designated Representative shall render related decisions in a timely
manner so as to avoid unreasonable delay in the orderly and sequential progress of MSA’s services. MSA shall
not be liable for any error or omission made by OWNER, OWNER’s Designated Representative, or OWNER’s
consultant.
(c) Tests, Inspections, and Reports
When required by the scope of the Project, the OWNER shall furnish tests, inspections, and reports required by
law or the Contract Documents, such as planning studies; preliminary designs; structural, mechanical, or
chemical tests; tests for air, water, or soil pollution; and tests for hazardous materials.
(d) Additional Consultants
MSA’s consultants shall be identified in Attachment A. The OWNER shall furnish the services of other
consultants other than those designated in Attachment A, including such legal, financial, accounting, and
insurance counseling services as may be required for the Project.
(e) OWNER Provided Services and Information
MSA shall be entitled to rely on the accuracy and completeness of services and information furnished by the
OWNER, Designated OWNER Representative, or Consultant. MSA shall use reasonable efforts to provide
prompt written notice to the OWNER if MSA becomes aware of any errors, omissions, or inconsistencies in such
services or information.
3. Billing. MSA will bill the OWNER monthly with net payment due upon receipt. Balances due past thirty
(30) days shall be subject to an interest charge at a rate of 18% per year from said thirtieth day. In addition,
MSA may, after giving seven days written notice, suspend service under any agreement until the OWNER has
paid in full all amounts due for services rendered and expenses incurred, including the interest charge on past
due invoices.
4. Costs and Schedules. Costs (including MSA’s fees and reimbursable expenses) and schedule
commitments shall be subject to change for delays caused by the OWNER's failure to provide specified facilities
or information or for delays caused by unpredictable occurrences including, without limitation, fires, floods, riots,
strikes, unavailability of labor or materials, delays or defaults, by suppliers of materials or services, process
shutdowns, pandemics, acts of God or the public enemy, or acts of regulations of any governmental agency.
Temporary delays of services caused by any of the above which result in additional costs beyond those outlined
may require renegotiation of this agreement.
5. Access to Site. Owner shall furnish right-of-entry on the Project site for MSA and, if the site is not owned
by Owner, warrants that permission has been granted to make planned explorations pursuant to the scope of
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services. MSA will take reasonable precautions to minimize damage to the site from use of equipment, but has
not included costs for restoration of damage that may result and shall not be responsible for such costs.
6. Location of Utilities. Owner shall supply MSA with the location of all pre-existent utilities and MSA has
the right to reasonably rely on all Owner supplied information. In those instances where the scope of services
require MSA to locate any buried utilities, MSA shall use reasonable means to identify the location of buried
utilities in the areas of subsurface exploration and shall take reasonable precautions to avoid any damage to the
utilities noted. However, Owner agrees to indemnify and defend MSA in the event of damage or injury arising
from damage to or interference with subsurface structures or utilities which result from inaccuracies in information
of instructions which have been furnished to MSA by others.
7. Professional Representative. MSA intends to serve as the OWNER’s professional representative for
those services as defined in this agreement, and to provide advice and consultation to the OWNER as a
professional. Any opinions of probable project costs, reviews and observations, and other recommendations
made by MSA for the OWNER are rendered on the basis of experience and qualifications and represents the
professional judgment of MSA. However, MSA cannot and does not warrant or represent that proposals, bid or
actual project or construction costs will not vary from the opinion of probable cost prepared by it.
8. Construction. When applicable to the scope of the Project, the OWNER shall contract with a licensed
and qualified Contractor for implementation of construction work utilizing a construction contract based on an
EJCDC construction contract and general conditions appropriate for the scope of the Project and for the delivery
method. In the construction contract, the OWNER shall use reasonable commercial efforts to require the
Contractor to (1) obtain Commercial General Liability Insurance with contractual liability coverage insuring the
obligation of the Contractor, and name the OWNER, MSA and its employees and consultants as additionally
insureds of that policy; (2) indemnify and hold harmless the OWNER, MSA and its employees and consultants
from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, and expenses (“Claims”), including but not limited to
reasonable attorney’s fees and economic or consequential damages arising in whole or in part out of the
negligent act or omission of the contractor, and Subcontractor or anyone directly or indirectly employed by any
of them. This agreement shall not be construed as giving MSA, the responsibility or authority to direct or
supervise construction means, methods, techniques, sequence, or procedures of construction selected by the
contractors or subcontractors or the safety precautions and programs incident to the work, the same being the
sole and exclusive responsibility of the contractors or subcontractors.
9. Standard of Care. In conducting the services, MSA will apply present professional, engineering and/or
scientific judgment, which is known as the “standard of care”. The standard of care is defined as that level of
skill and care ordinarily exercised by members of the same profession practicing at the same point in time and
in the same or similar locality under similar circumstances in performing the Services. The OWNER
acknowledges that "current professional standards" shall mean the standard for professional services, measured
as of the time those services are rendered, and not according to later standards, if such later standards purport
to impose a higher degree of care upon MSA.
MSA does not make any warranty or guarantee, expressed or implied, nor have any agreement or contract
for services subject to the provisions of any uniform commercial code. Similarly, MSA will not accept those terms
and conditions offered by the OWNER in its purchase order, requisition, or notice of authorization to proceed,
except as set forth herein or expressly agreed to in writing. Written acknowledgement of receipt, or the actual
performance of services subsequent to receipt of such purchase order, requisition, or notice of authorization to
proceed is specifically deemed not to constitute acceptance of any terms or conditions contrary to those set forth
herein.
10. Municipal Advisor. MSA Professional Services, Inc. is not acting as a ‘Municipal Advisor’ to the owner
pursuant to Section 15B of the Exchange Act. For financial advice related to the corresponding project, the client
is encouraged to discuss their finances with internal and/or external advisors and experts before making
decisions incurring debt and/or supporting those obligations. MSA desires to serve each client well by providing
the best information publicly available and is providing information as part of its engineering responsibilities to
inform client options. The information is not intended to provide financial advice or recommendations and is not
bound by the formal Municipal Advisor fiduciary duty.
11. Conduct Expectations. Owner and MSA understand their respective obligations to provide a safe,
respectful work environment for their employees. Both parties agree that harassment on the job (unwelcome
verbal, physical or other behavior that is related to sex, race, age, or protected class status) will not be tolerated
and will be addressed timely and in compliance with anti-harassment laws.
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12. Electronic Documents and Transmittals. Owner and MSA agree to transmit and accept project
related correspondence, documents, text, data, drawings and the like in digital format in accordance with MSA’s
Electronic Data Transmittal policy. Each party is responsible for its own cybersecurity, and both parties waive
the right to pursue liability against the other for any damages that occur as a direct result of electronic data
sharing.
13. Building Information Modelling (BIM). For any projects, and not limited to building projects, utilizing
BIM, OWNER and MSA shall agree on the appropriate level of modelling required by the project, as well as the
degree to which the BIM files may be made available to any party using the Electronic Document Transmittal
provisions of section 12 of this Agreement.
14. Construction Site Visits. If the scope of services includes services during the Construction Phase,
MSA shall make visits to the site as specified in Attachment A– Scope of Services. MSA shall not, during such
visits or as a result of such observations of Contractor's work in progress, supervise, direct or have control over
Contractor's work nor shall MSA have authority over or responsibility for the means, methods, techniques,
sequences or procedures of construction selected by Contractor, for safety precautions and programs incident
to the work of Contractor or for any failure of Contractor to comply with laws, rules, regulations, ordinances,
codes or orders applicable to Contractor's furnishing and performing the work. Accordingly, MSA neither
guarantees the performance of any Contractor nor assumes responsibility for any Contractor's failure to furnish
and perform its work in accordance with the Contract Documents.
15. Termination. This Agreement shall commence upon execution and shall remain in effect until terminated
by either party, at such party's discretion, on not less than thirty (30) days' advance written notice. The effective
date of the termination is the thirtieth day after the non-terminating party's receipt of the notice of termination. If
MSA terminates the Agreement, the OWNER may, at its option, extend the terms of this Agreement to the extent
necessary for MSA to complete any services that were ordered prior to the effective date of termination. If
OWNER terminates this Agreement, OWNER shall pay MSA for all services performed prior to MSA's receipt of
the notice of termination and for all work performed and/or expenses incurred by MSA in terminating Services
begun after MSA's receipt of the termination notice. Termination hereunder shall operate to discharge only those
obligations which are executory by either party on and after the effective date of termination. These General
Terms and Conditions shall survive the completion of the services performed hereunder or the Termination of
this Agreement for any cause.
This agreement cannot be changed or terminated orally. No waiver of compliance with any provision or
condition hereof should be effective unless agreed in writing and duly executed by the parties hereto.
16. Betterment. If, due to MSA’s error, any required or necessary item or component of the Project is omitted
from the construction documents, MSA’s liability shall be limited to the reasonable costs of correction of the
construction, less what OWNER’S cost of including the omitted item or component in the original construction
would have been had the item or component not been omitted. It is intended by this provision that MSA will not
be responsible for any cost or expense that provides betterment, upgrade, or enhancement of the Project.
17. Hazardous Substances. OWNER acknowledges and agrees that MSA has had no role in identifying,
generating, treating, storing, or disposing of hazardous substances or materials which may be present at the
Project site, and MSA has not benefited from the processes that produced such hazardous substances or
materials. Any hazardous substances or materials encountered by or associated with Services provided by MSA
on the Project shall at no time be or become the property of MSA. MSA shall not be deemed to possess or
control any hazardous substance or material at any time; arrangements for the treatment, storage, transport, or
disposal of any hazardous substances or materials, which shall be made by MSA, are made solely and
exclusively on OWNER's behalf for OWNER's benefit and at OWNER's direction. Nothing contained within this
Agreement shall be construed or interpreted as requiring MSA to assume the status of a generator, storer,
treater, or disposal facility as defined in any federal, state, or local statute, regulation, or rule governing treatment,
storage, transport, and/or disposal of hazardous substances or materials.
All samples of hazardous substances, materials or contaminants are the property and responsibility of
OWNER and shall be returned to OWNER at the end of a project for proper disposal. Alternate arrangements
to ship such samples directly to a licensed disposal facility may be made at OWNER's request and expense and
subject to this subparagraph.
18. Insurance. MSA will maintain insurance coverage for: Worker's Compensation, General Liability, and
Professional Liability. MSA will provide information as to specific limits upon written request. If the OWNER
requires coverages or limits in addition to those in effect as of the date of the agreement, premiums for additional
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insurance shall be paid by the OWNER. The liability of MSA to the OWNER for any indemnity commitments, or
for any damages arising in any way out of performance of this contract is limited to such insurance coverages
and amount which MSA has in effect.
19. Reuse of Documents. Reuse of any documents and/or services pertaining to this Project by the
OWNER or extensions of this Project or on any other project shall be at the OWNER’s sole risk. The OWNER
agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless MSA for all claims, damages, and expenses including attorneys’
fees and costs arising out of such reuse of the documents and/or services by the OWNER or by others acting
through the OWNER.
20. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, MSA shall indemnify and hold harmless,
OWNER, and OWNER’s officers, directors, members, partners, consultants, and employees (hereinafter
“OWNER”) from reasonable claims, costs, losses, and damages arising out of or relating to the PROJECT,
provided that any such claim, cost, loss, or damage is attributable to bodily injury, sickness, disease, or death,
or to injury to or destruction of tangible property (other than the Work itself) including the loss of use resulting
therefrom but only to the extent caused by any negligent act or omission of MSA or MSA’s officers, directors,
members, partners, employees, or Consultants (hereinafter “MSA”). In no event shall this indemnity agreement
apply to claims between the OWNER and MSA. This indemnity agreement applies solely to claims of third
parties. Furthermore, in no event shall this indemnity agreement apply to claims that MSA is responsible for
attorneys’ fees. This agreement does not give rise to any duty on the part of MSA to defend the OWNER on any
claim arising under this agreement.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, OWNER shall indemnify and hold harmless, MSA, and MSA’s officers,
directors, members, partners, consultants, and employees (hereinafter “MSA”) from reasonable claims, costs,
losses, and damages arising out of or relating to the PROJECT, provided that any such claim, cost, loss, or
damage is attributable to bodily injury, sickness, disease, or death, or to injury to or destruction of tangible
property (other than the Work itself) including the loss of use resulting therefrom but only to the extent caused
by any negligent act or omission of the OWNER or the OWNER’s officers, directors, members, partners,
employees, or Consultants (hereinafter “OWNER”). In no event shall this indemnity agreement apply to claims
between MSA and the OWNER. This indemnity agreement applies solely to claims of third parties. Furthermore,
in no event shall this indemnity agreement apply to claims that the OWNER is responsible for attorneys’ fees.
This agreement does not give rise to any duty on the part of the OWNER to defend MSA on any claim arising
under this agreement.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, MSA’s total liability to OWNER and anyone claiming by, through, or
under OWNER for any cost, loss or damages caused in part or by the negligence of MSA and in part by the
negligence of OWNER or any other negligent entity or individual, shall not exceed the percentage share that
MSA’s negligence bears to the total negligence of OWNER, MSA, and all other negligent entities and individuals.
21 . Accrual of Claims. To the fullest extent permitted by Laws and Regulations, all causes of action arising
under this Agreement will be deemed to have accrued, and all statutory periods of limitation will commence, no
later than the date of Substantial Completion; or, if MSA’s services do not include Construction Phase services,
or the Project is not completed, then no later than the date of Owner’s last payment to MSA.
22. Dispute Resolution. OWNER and MSA desire to resolve any disputes or areas of disagreement
involving the subject matter of this Agreement by a mechanism that facilitates resolution of disputes by
negotiation rather than by litigation. OWNER and MSA also acknowledge that issues and problems may arise
after execution of this Agreement which were not anticipated or are not resolved by specific provisions in this
Agreement. Accordingly, both OWNER and MSA will endeavor to settle all controversies, claims, counterclaims,
disputes, and other matters thru mediation with a mutually agreed upon mediator. Demand for mediation shall
be filed in writing with the other party to this Agreement. A demand for mediation shall be made within a
reasonable time after the claim, dispute or other matter in question has arisen. In no event shall the demand for
mediation be made after the date when institution of legal or equitable proceedings based on such claim, dispute
or other matter in question would be barred by the applicable statute of limitations. Neither demand for mediation
nor any term of this Dispute Resolution clause shall prevent the filing of a legal action where failing to do so may
bar the action because of the applicable statute of limitations. If despite the good faith efforts of OWNER and
MSA any controversy, claim, counterclaim, dispute, or other matter is not resolved through negotiation or
mediation, OWNER and MSA agree and consent that such matter may be resolved through legal action in the
court having jurisdiction as specified in this Agreement.
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23. Exclusion of Special, Indirect, Consequential and Liquidated Damages. MSA shall not be liable, in
contract or tort or otherwise, for any special, indirect, consequential, or liquidated damages including specifically,
but without limitation, loss of profit or revenue, loss of capital, delay damages, loss of goodwill, claim of third
parties, or similar damages arising out of or connected in any way to the Project or this contract.
24. Limitation of Liability. Neither MSA, its Consultants (if any), nor their employees shall be jointly,
severally, or individually liable to the OWNER in excess of the amount of the insurance proceeds available.
25. Successors and Assigns. The successors, executors, administrators, and legal representatives of
Owner and MSA are hereby bound to the other party to this Agreement and to the successors, executors,
administrators and legal representatives (and said assigns) of such other party, in respect of all covenants,
agreements, and obligations of this Agreement. Neither party may assign, sublet, or transfer any rights under
or interest (including, but without limitation, claims arising out of this Agreement or money that is due or may
become due) in this Agreement without the written consent of the other party, which shall not be unreasonable
withheld, except to the extent that any assignment, subletting, or transfer is mandated by law.
26. Notices. Any notice required under this Agreement will be in writing, and delivered: in person (by
commercial courier or otherwise); by registered or certified mail; or by e-mail to the recipient, with the words
“Formal Notice” or similar in the e-mail’s subject line. All such notices are effective upon the date of receipt.
27. Survival. Subject to applicable Laws and Regulations, all express representations, waivers,
indemnifications, and limitations of liability included in this Agreement will survive its completion or termination
for any reason.
28. Severability. Any provision or part of the Agreement held to be void or unenforceable under any Laws
or Regulations will be deemed stricken, and all remaining provisions will continue to be valid and binding upon
Owner and MSA.
29. No Waiver. A party’s non-enforcement of any provision will not constitute a waiver of that provision,
nor will it affect the enforceability of that provision or of the remainder of this Agreement.
30. State Law. This agreement shall be construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State
in which the project is located.
31. Jurisdiction. OWNER hereby irrevocably submits to the jurisdiction of the state courts of the State in
which the project is located for the purpose of any suit, action or other proceeding arising out of or based upon
this Agreement. OWNER further consents that the venue for any legal proceedings related to this Agreement
shall be in the County in which the project is located.
32. Understanding. This agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties on the subject
matter hereof and no representations. Inducements, promises or agreements not embodied herein (unless
agreed in writing duly executed) shall be of any force or effect, and this agreement supersedes any other prior
understanding entered into between the parties on the subject matter hereto.
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ATTACHMENT A:
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Scope of Services :
PROJECT OVEVIEW
MSA will prepare traffic forecasts, safety analyses, and an Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) for two
study intersections using WisDOT-approved methods and analysis tools to evaluate operational and
safety performance. The project includes Phase 1 and Phase 2 ICE reports with conceptual layouts and
cost estimates, coordination with WisDOT where required, and review meetings with City staff.
DATA COLLECTION
Vehicle turning movement count data will be collected by the East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning
Commission (ECWRPC) and provided to MSA by City representatives for use in the traffic analysis. Data
collection will occur on a typical weekday (Tuesday through Thursday) during the AM and PM peak
hours at both study intersections. Counts will be collected on a day with a typical schedule (no special
events) while school is in session and during average, precipitation-free weather conditions.
MSA will fill out a Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) DT1601 Traffic Forecast Request
form to have traffic volumes forecasted to future design-year conditions.
CRASH ANALYSIS
MSA will obtain available crash data for the study intersections through the University of Wisconsin’s
Traffic Operations and Safety (TOPS) Laboratory. Crash data will be summarized, and crash diagrams will
be prepared for each intersection.
INTERSECTION CONTROL EVALUATION (ICE) REPORT
MSA understands that the City desires an Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) for both study
intersections to determine the most appropriate future intersection forms and control strategies.
A Phase I ICE Report will be prepared to provide a high-level, scoping comparison of feasible alternatives
at the Nicolet Boulevard/Commercial Street intersection based on the alternatives reviewed in the
Intersection Feasibility Study completed by MSA. The Phase I ICE Report for the Nicolet
Boulevard/Commercial Street intersection will be submitted to the WisDOT Northeast Region for review
and approval. Alternatives identified as feasible through the Phase I ICE Report will be carried forward
into a Phase II ICE Report.
Because the Nicolet Boulevard/Ahaip Street/Third Street intersection is located on local roadways,
WisDOT review and approval are not required, and a Phase I ICE Report is not needed to identify
alternatives for a Phase II ICE Report. It is assumed that an all-way stop, roundabout and a signalized
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intersection alternative will be evaluated as part of the Phase II ICE Report. The roundabout alternative
will build upon the concepts developed in the Intersection Feasibility Memo completed by MSA.
Phase II ICE Reports will include the following:
Operational analyses conducted with new traffic counts and forecasts using current
WisDOT-approved software and procedures
Safety Analysis
Conceptual-level layouts developed as part of the feasibility studies and used for the ICE reports
Conceptual Cost Estimate for each alternative
Both Phase I and Phase II ICE Reports will be prepared in accordance with applicable WisDOT Facilities
Development Manual (FDM) requirements. The Phase 2 ICE Report for the Nicolet Boulevard/
Commercial Street intersection will also be submitted to the WisDOT Northeast Region for review and
approval.
SURVEY
If the City determines that additional field survey data would be beneficial for other purposes, this work
could be completed as an additional service.
PROJECT ADMINISTRATION & MEETINGS
MSA will coordinate two review meetings with City staff:
One meeting to review the Phase 1 ICE Reports
One meeting to review the Phase 2 ICE Reports
These meetings are anticipated to be conducted virtually. One additional meeting is included and can be
scheduled at the City’s request.
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ATTACHMENT B:
RATE SCHEDULE (2025)
Rate schedule matches what was included in the original agreement.
CLASSIFICATION LABOR RATE
Administrative ............................................................................................ $ 85 – $154/hr.
Architects ................................................................................................... $ 85 – $198/hr.
Community Development Specialists ......................................................... $137 – $198/hr.
Digital Design ............................................................................................. $115 – $151/hr.
Environmental Scientists/Hydrogeologists .................................................. $110 – $193/hr.
Geographic Information Systems (GIS) ...................................................... $100 – $193/hr.
Housing Administration .............................................................................. $ 97 – $198/hr.
Inspectors/Zoning Administrators ............................................................... $110 – $160/hr.
IT Support .................................................................................................. $175 – $193/hr.
Land Surveying .......................................................................................... $ 85 – $198/hr.
Landscape Designers & Architects ............................................................. $ 85 – $220/hr.
Planners..................................................................................................... $ 85 – $215/hr.
Principals ................................................................................................... $225 – $314/hr.
Professional Engineers/Designers of Engineering Systems ....................... $155 – $204/hr.
Project Managers ....................................................................................... $120 – $248/hr.
Real Estate Professionals .......................................................................... $140 – $193/hr.
Staff Engineers .......................................................................................... $ 85 – $149/hr.
Technicians ................................................................................................ $100 – $151/hr.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator ....................................................... $ 92 – $118/hr.
REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES
Copies/Prints ...................................................................... Rate based on volume
Specs/Reports ......................................................... $10
Copies ..................................................................... $0.14/page
Plots ........................................................................ $0.01/sq.in.
Flash Drive .............................................................. $10
GPS Equipment .................................................................. $20/hour - $10.75/hour for DOT
GPS R2 Equipment ............................................................ $20/hour - $2/hour for DOT
Dini Laser Level .................................................................. $85/per day
Mailing/UPS ........................................................................ At cost
Mileage – Reimbursement .................................................. IRS Rate – IRS Rate + $5/day
Mileage – MSA Vehicle ....................................................... $0.70 mile standard/
........................................................................................... $0.69 mile for DOT
Nuclear Density Testing ...................................................... $30/day
Organic Vapor Field Meter .................................................. $100/day
PC/CADD Machine ............................................................. Included in labor rates
Robotic Survey Equipment .................................................. $20/hour - $10/hour for DOT
Stakes/Lath/Rods ................................................................ At cost
Travel Expenses, Lodging, & Meals .................................... At cost
Traffic Counting Equipment & Data Processing ................... At cost
Geodimeter ......................................................................... $30/hour
Drone Flight ........................................................................ $375/flight - $360/flight for DOT
Expense rates represent an average or range for a particular category and are subject to change to match incurred cost in real time.
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100 Main Street, Suite 200 | Menasha, Wisconsin 54952-3151
Phone (920) 967-3610 | Fax (920) 967-5272 | menashawi.gov
City of Menasha | Department of Public Works
MEMORANDUM
DATE May 28, 2026
TO Board of Public Works
FROM James Merten, Director of Public Works
RE Public Works General Activity
1. WisDOT Project 4992-00-59 – Racine Street Reconstruction (2025): Staff has been
working with Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) to address the failure
of the pavement markings on Racine Street from last year’s project. WisDOT is
requiring its contractor to remove and replace the pavement markings at its own cost.
The warranty work is currently scheduled for Monday, June 1st. Full traffic closures are
not expected for this work. Menasha School District has been notified.
2. WisDOT Project 4646-02-71 – CTH P (Valley Road) Reconstruction: Stage 1, which
included major storm sewer work, has been completed. The contractor is nearing
completion of Stage 2 and is currently paving the west half of the project. Once this
work is finished, the project will move into its final stage, which involves
reconstructing the east half of the roadway.
3. WisDOT Project 1500-49-60 – USH 10/STH 114 Resurfacing: While not a
city‑involved project, it is worth noting that WisDOT has scheduled pavement repair
work consisting primarily of concrete panel patching and surface grinding. Traffic
control will begin on June 8, with short‑term intersection closures starting June 15.
One lane in each direction will remain open on USH 10 for the duration of the project.
4. Contract M00002-09-00105 – Utility Reconstruction (Eighth Street/Third
Street/Clovis Park/Pleasants Park): Water main on Eighth Street has been
completed. The contractor is currently working on water and sanitary sewer laterals
on Eighth Street. Upon completion of this work, the contractor intends to complete
the storm sewer projects in Pleasants and Clovis Parks before moving to Third Street.
5. Contract 2026-01 – Street Construction (Eighth Street/Third Street): The contract
has been approved. Work will not begin until after utility work (Contract M00002-09-
00105) and curb repairs (Public Works Staff) have been completed.
6. Contract 2026-02 – Pavement Markings (Racine Street/Third Street): The contract
has been approved. Staff intends to coordinate the work to be scheduled after the
Racine/First Traffic Signal Project has been completed to minimize disruption.
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7. Racine/First Traffic Signals: Equipment has been delivered. Installation work is in
queue for scheduling with the street crew. We are tentatively anticipating an early
June start.
8. Racine/Broad Pedestrian Beacons: Equipment has been delivered. Installation is
anticipated to occur after the Racine/First Traffic Signals Project.
9. GIS Implementation Project: The initial goal of creating an internal utility system
map has been completed – vastly ahead of schedule and at a fraction of the
anticipated budget. The next objectives are (1) to clean/refine utility data, (2) create
additional dashboards and maps; and (3) to develop operational tools for improving
management of other public works assets and routine tasks, some of which are
already implemented or underway. A public GIS/mapping portal featuring a parcel
viewer, voting districts, refuse/recycling zones, and snow plowing routes was
developed and is now live. It can be found under the “Residents and Visitors” menu
on the city’s website main page. (You can alternatively view it here.)
10. National Public Works Week (May 17-23): Public works and parks staff celebrated
last week with a privately-funded cookout. I'm grateful to have witnessed first-hand
our crews' dedication to delivering the small-town care that sets Menasha apart.
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Source: City of Menasha website. First collected Oct 17, 2026.